1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
